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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Académico - Prueba 3 - Escucha - Parte 3

Aquí puedes encontrar el vocabulario del Test 3 - Audición - Parte 3 en el libro de curso Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic, para ayudarte a preparar tu examen IELTS.

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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic
smart
smart
[Adjetivo]

(of people or clothes) looking neat, tidy, and elegantly fashionable

elegante

elegante

Ex: She prefers wearing smart attire to the office, believing it boosts her confidence and professionalism. 

Ella prefiere usar ropa elegante en la oficina, creyendo que aumenta su confianza y profesionalismo.

flexible
flexible
[Adjetivo]

capable of adjusting easily to different situations, circumstances, or needs

adaptable

adaptable

Ex: He is known for being flexible with his schedule, accommodating others needs. 

Es conocido por ser flexible con su horario, adaptándose a las necesidades de los demás.

obstacle
obstacle
[Sustantivo]

a physical object that blocks movement or progress

obstáculo

obstáculo

Ex: Soldiers had to clear obstacles before advancing. 

Los soldados tuvieron que despejar los obstáculos antes de avanzar.

to ensure
to ensure
[Verbo]

to make sure that something will happen

asegurar

asegurar

Ex: The teacher is ensuring that students understand the new lesson. 

El profesor se asegura de que los estudiantes entiendan la nueva lección.

to set up
to set up
[Verbo]

to prepare things in anticipation of a specific purpose or event

instalar, preparar

instalar, preparar

Ex: Please set up the venue for the charity event tomorrow. 

Por favor, prepare el lugar para el evento benéfico mañana.

tough
tough
[Adjetivo]

difficult to achieve or deal with

duro, difícil

duro, difícil

Ex: Finding a job in a competitive market can be tough, especially without relevant experience. 

Encontrar un trabajo en un mercado competitivo puede ser difícil, especialmente sin experiencia relevante.

work placement
work placement
[Sustantivo]

a short period of time when a person works for a company to gain experience and learn about a job, usually as part of their education or training

prácticas, colocación laboral

prácticas, colocación laboral

Ex: His work placement gave him real-world experience in marketing. 

Su prácticas laborales le proporcionaron experiencia real en marketing.

fresh air
fresh air
[Sustantivo]

a refreshing change that brings new energy, ideas, or improvement to a situation

un soplo de aire fresco, un aire de renovación

un soplo de aire fresco, un aire de renovación

Ex: After years of strict policies, the reform was welcomed as fresh air for democracy. 

Después de años de políticas estrictas, la reforma fue recibida como un aire fresco para la democracia.

to organize

to make the necessary arrangements for an event or activity to take place

organizar

organizar

Ex: He organizes the schedule for the team meetings. 

Él organiza el horario para las reuniones del equipo.

appeal
appeal
[Sustantivo]

the attraction and allure that makes one interesting

atractivo

atractivo

Ex: The appeal of city life attracts many young professionals. 

El atractivo de la vida urbana atrae a muchos jóvenes profesionales.

responsibility
responsibility
[Sustantivo]

the obligation to perform a particular duty or task that is assigned to one

responsabilidad, obligación

responsabilidad, obligación

Ex: The teacher emphasized the responsibility of students to complete their homework on time. 

El profesor enfatizó la responsabilidad de los estudiantes de completar su tarea a tiempo.

grounds
grounds
[Sustantivo]

a tract of land cleared for some special purposes (recreation or burial etc.)

terreno, área

terreno, área

boundary
boundary
[Sustantivo]

a dividing line, marker, or limit that separates one geographic area, property, or physical space from another

límite, frontera

límite, frontera

Ex: The ball bounced just inside the boundary for a match‑saving four. 

La pelota rebotó justo dentro del límite para un cuatro que salvó el partido.

kit
kit
[Sustantivo]

a set of items or tools needed for a particular purpose or activity

kit, juego

kit, juego

to inspect
to inspect
[Verbo]

to carefully examine something to check its condition or make sure it meets standards

inspeccionar

inspeccionar

Ex: The building inspector will inspect the construction site to verify compliance with safety standards. 

El inspector de edificios inspeccionará el sitio de construcción para verificar el cumplimiento de los estándares de seguridad.

changing room
changing room
[Sustantivo]

a room that people use in stores, gyms, schools, etc. to change or try on clothes

probador, vestuario

probador, vestuario

Ex: He felt a bit nervous waiting in the changing room before his first swim meet. 

Se sentía un poco nervioso esperando en el vestuario antes de su primera competencia de natación.

to trip over

to lose balance and almost fall by accidentally colliding with an object while walking or running

tropezar, dar un traspié

tropezar, dar un traspié

Ex: The runner almost tripped over the fallen branch on the trail. 

El corredor casi se tropieza con la rama caída en el sendero.

priority
priority
[Sustantivo]

something that is given or regarded as more important than others

prioridad

prioridad

to rely on
to rely on
[Verbo]

to depend on someone or something for support and assistance

contar con, depender de

contar con, depender de

Ex: Many students rely on scholarships to fund their education. 

Muchos estudiantes dependen de becas para financiar su educación.

to interfere

to take part or get involved in something when it is not necessary or without invitation, in a way that is annoying to others

interferir

interferir

Ex: The government pledged not to interfere in the internal affairs of other nations. 

El gobierno prometió no interferir en los asuntos internos de otras naciones.

snap
snap
[Sustantivo]

a casual photograph, often taken quickly without special preparation

foto instantánea, instantánea

foto instantánea, instantánea

Ex: He took a quick snap before the kids ran off. 

Tomó un instantánea rápida antes de que los niños salieran corriendo.

scheduling
scheduling
[Sustantivo]

setting an order and time for planned events

planificación, programación

planificación, programación

timetable
timetable
[Sustantivo]

a detailed plan of events and activities with the times and dates mentioned

horario, cronograma

horario, cronograma

for instance
for instance
[Adverbio]

used to introduce an example of something mentioned

por ejemplo, a modo de ejemplo

por ejemplo, a modo de ejemplo

Ex: There are various ways to stay fit; for instance, you can join a gym, take up swimming, or go for regular runs. 

Hay varias formas de mantenerse en forma; por ejemplo, puedes unirte a un gimnasio, empezar a nadar o salir a correr regularmente.

delay
delay
[Sustantivo]

the act of postponing or putting off something that was scheduled or expected to happen at a particular time

retraso, demora

retraso, demora

Ex: The delay in the project’s completion caused frustration among the team members. 

El retraso en la finalización del proyecto causó frustración entre los miembros del equipo.

draw
draw
[Sustantivo]

when neither player is able to win the game, typically because there are no more legal moves available or because both players agree to a draw

empate

empate

to [be] up to  {sb}

to be someone's responsibility or decision

Ex: The choice of movie is up to the kids tonight. 
to develop
to develop
[Verbo]

to gain or obtain something gradually, typically through growth, experience, or learning

adquirir, desarrollar

adquirir, desarrollar

Ex: Through consistent practice and dedication, she developed fluency in a second language. 

A través de la práctica constante y la dedicación, ella desarrolló fluidez en un segundo idioma.

venue
venue
[Sustantivo]

a location where an event or action takes place, such as a meeting or performance

lugar, sitio

lugar, sitio

Ex: We need to find a suitable venue for the wedding reception. 

Necesitamos encontrar un lugar adecuado para la recepción de la boda.

to persuade

to make a person do something through reasoning or other methods

convencer

convencer

Ex: During the business negotiation, the salesperson tried to persuade the client to agree to a favorable deal. 

Durante la negociación comercial, el vendedor intentó persuadir al cliente para que aceptara un trato favorable.

sponsor
sponsor
[Sustantivo]

a person who supports or promotes a cause, activity, or project

patrocinador, mecenas

patrocinador, mecenas

Ex: He became a sponsor of the arts foundation. 

Se convirtió en un patrocinador de la fundación de las artes.

to dress up

to wear formal clothes for a special occasion or event

ponerse elegante, vestirse de etiqueta

ponerse elegante, vestirse de etiqueta

Ex: It's customary to dress up in traditional attire for cultural celebrations. 

Es costumbre vestirse con atuendos tradicionales para las celebraciones culturales.

organizational
organizational
[Adjetivo]

relating to the structure, management, or activities of an organization or group

organizacional, organizativo

organizacional, organizativo

Ex: Organizational culture influences employee behavior and decision-making. 

La cultura organizacional influye en el comportamiento de los empleados y en la toma de decisiones.

based
based
[Adjetivo]

indicating the main part, material, or feature of something

a base de, basado en

a base de, basado en

Ex: This sauce is tomato-based and full of flavor. 

Esta salsa es a base de tomate y llena de sabor.

matter
matter
[Sustantivo]

a situation or subject that needs to be dealt with or considered

problema

problema

Ex: Choosing a college major is a significant matter that requires careful consideration. 

Elegir una especialización universitaria es un asunto importante que requiere una consideración cuidadosa.

on the spot

in a way that is instant and has no delay

al instante, sin demora

al instante, sin demora

Ex: They fixed the problem on the spot. 

Arreglaron el problema al instante.

to anticipate

to predict or sense something in advance and act to prepare for it

anticipar, prever

anticipar, prever

Ex: The chef anticipated a rush of customers and prepped extra ingredients. 

El chef anticipó una avalancha de clientes y preparó ingredientes adicionales.

to work on
to work on
[Verbo]

to focus one's effort, time, or attention on something in order to achieve a particular goal

trabajar en

trabajar en

Ex: The team is working on strategies to increase customer satisfaction. 

El equipo está trabajando en estrategias para aumentar la satisfacción del cliente.

deadline
deadline
[Sustantivo]

the latest time or date by which something must be completed or submitted

fecha límite, plazo

fecha límite, plazo

Ex: She missed the deadline for the application, so she couldn't be considered. 

Ella perdió la fecha límite para la solicitud, por lo que no pudo ser considerada.

to suit
to suit
[Verbo]

to be a good or acceptable match for someone or something's preferences, needs, or circumstances

adecuarse, convenir

adecuarse, convenir

Ex: The vibrant colors of the painting suit the lively atmosphere of the room. 

Los colores vibrantes de la pintura encajan con el ambiente animado de la habitación.

to respond
to respond
[Verbo]

to show improvement or favorable reactions in response to a specific action or intervention

responder, reaccionar

responder, reaccionar

Ex: The athlete responded to the coach's advice by implementing changes in their technique. 

El atleta respondió a los consejos del entrenador implementando cambios en su técnica.

to approach

to draw near or come close in terms of time or arrival

acercarse, aproximarse

acercarse, aproximarse

Ex: The concert is approaching, and ticket sales have surged as fans eagerly anticipate the performance. 

El concierto se aproxima, y las ventas de entradas han aumentado mientras los fans esperan ansiosos la actuación.

multitasking
multitasking
[Sustantivo]

(of people) the ability to perform more than one task simultaneously

multifunción, realización de diferentes tareas

multifunción, realización de diferentes tareas

Ex: Multitasking can sometimes lead to decreased productivity if not done carefully. 

El multitarea a veces puede llevar a una disminución de la productividad si no se hace con cuidado.

the (big|bigger) picture

the overall view or perspective of a situation, rather than focusing on small details

el panorama general, la visión de conjunto

el panorama general, la visión de conjunto

Ex: A good manager keeps the big picture in mind while handling daily problems. 

Un buen gerente tiene presente el panorama general mientras resuelve los problemas diarios.

fine
fine
[Adjetivo]

showing careful detail or delicate quality

fino, sutil

fino, sutil

Ex: The scientist's fine observations revealed subtle patterns in the data. 

Las observaciones cuidadosas del científico revelaron patrones sutiles en los datos.

to fill
to fill
[Verbo]

to meet or satisfy a desire, requirement, or need

llenar, satisfacer

llenar, satisfacer

Ex: Spending time with loved ones can fill the emotional need for connection and support. 

Pasar tiempo con los seres queridos puede satisfacer la necesidad emocional de conexión y apoyo.

ultimate
ultimate
[Adjetivo]

occurring at the end of a process

final

final

Ex: The ultimate objective of the project is to reduce carbon emissions globally. 

El objetivo último del proyecto es reducir las emisiones de carbono a nivel mundial.

refreshment
refreshment
[Sustantivo]

a light snack or drink that is taken to restore energy or refresh oneself

refrigerio, tentempié

refrigerio, tentempié

democratic
democratic
[Adjetivo]

related to or characteristic of a system of government where power comes from the people through free elections and respects individual rights

democrático

democrático

Ex: His democratic ideals prioritize inclusivity, equality, and respect for diverse perspectives. 

Sus ideales democráticos priorizan la inclusividad, la igualdad y el respeto por diversas perspectivas.

to work
to work
[Verbo]

to have the result that is desired

funcionar

funcionar

Ex: The medicine worked and my headache went away. 

El medicamento funcionó y mi dolor de cabeza desapareció.

networking
networking
[Sustantivo]

the act of building and maintaining relationships with people, often for professional or business purposes

networking, creación de redes

networking, creación de redes

Ex: Effective networking requires good communication and follow-up. 

El networking efectivo requiere buena comunicación y seguimiento.

side
side
[Sustantivo]

an aspect or element of something contrasted with another aspect

aspecto, lado

aspecto, lado

Ex: Every issue has more than one side. 

Cada problema tiene más de un lado.

to think ahead

to carefully consider or make plans for what might happen in the future

planificar con anticipación, prever

planificar con anticipación, prever

Ex: Wise investors think ahead to make informed decisions about their portfolios. 

Los inversores sabios piensan con anticipación para tomar decisiones informadas sobre sus carteras.

ambition
ambition
[Sustantivo]

something that is greatly desired

ambición

ambición

Ex: His ambition to see the Northern Lights kept him dreaming for years. 

Su ambición por ver la aurora boreal lo mantuvo soñando durante años.

to [keep] {sth} in mind

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: Keeping the budget in mind, we should be mindful of our spending. 
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